Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Lisle, IL

I recently graduated from Northwestern University, where I studied Theatre and Pre-Speech Pathology. I work with students on music theory and writing, two subjects which can be daunting but become much simpler when broken down. I want to help you break these subjects down, and even learn to love the process along the way!

Full time public school special education teacher for the past 20 years. Professional tutor, specializing in reading, special education, learning differences and executive functioning skills.

My teaching philosophy is simple- Connect. Motivate. Educate. I teach English, History, and Creative Writing by connecting with students and fostering their relationship with the material. When trust is established, motivation grows organically. When a student is motivated, genuine learning flourishes.

...in mathematics, science, reading, and writing over the course of four years. As a tutor, I was able to especially help students with my strong background in math and science that has stemmed from my Computer Science background along with the upper-level Calculus and Discrete Mathematics courses I have taken. While in high school, I...

...and effective. My educational background includes a B.S. in Behavioral Psychology and a Master of Education in School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am Licensed as an Educator through the Illinois State Board of Education, certified to teach students K-12 with an endorsement in School Counseling as well as licensed as a Professional...

...Economics with a minor in History. I have a passion for showing students the value of the information they learn. I believe learning is most meaningful when students make connections organically, synthesizing information in the way they best retain. I have experience tutoring students at all levels of high school as well as college freshmen.

...I specialize in mathematics because I like puzzles and learning about how I can apply math to the real world. All of these activities are part of what I like to bring to tutoring sessions because they all incorporate learning and especially how it can be fun. Be it a hobby, assignment, personal interest or...

...is up to the teacher to find what way works for that student. Learning should not be boring it should be exciting and having the learner want more. I have taught K-8 and now High School. Life needs to be changed up once in awhile and that is what keeps me in the know.

...and took the test. On the day of the results, I couldn't find my name on the list of accepted students, to which my mom was in despair. But she was in joy when she spotted my name on the addendum list of students who were waitlisted to the program in the following weeks. My...

...where I am majoring in statistics and public policy. I have had previous experience tutoring high school students in the subjects of algebra, calculus, chemistry, physics, writing, and essay editing. While I tutor a wide variety of subjects, I am the most excited to teach in math and writing. When I am not tutoring or...

...material better. One of my favorite parts of tutoring is getting to know the students' learning style and how they think. The best part is that I have just recently taken all the subjects I have listed to tutor in. The information is fresh in my mind, so I can approach the content from many...

...space, I still have quite a few friends in the high school and college age group. As such, I've been tutoring them in writing papers (term papers and application essays included!). Needless to say, I enjoy helping others in writing, reading comprehension, and editing (for any age group!). While I am extensively familiar with a...

I am a college student looking to get more experience in the teaching field. I am a highly motivated individual who truly enjoys working with children in different topics. I love the feeling of getting the correct answer on math problems and I would love to help students feel that as well.

...especially good at teaching math and science to middle school students. I am also good at teaching algebra skills. I am able to tutor students from preschool through 9th grade and through 12th grade in math. I have an elementary education degree and a teaching minor in math. I am currently teaching high school honors...

...degrees in Psychology and Social Work. In the fall, I'll begin my Master's of Social Work with a focus on working with children and families. I am passionate about helping students gain confidence in their academics through a gentle yet direct approach. My areas of specialty are Psychology, English, and ACT prep. When working with...

...Park University. My teaching philosophy centers on a student centered approach. My tutoring style is laid back, allowing the students to show me what they know already and then to help them address any weaknesses to build their math knowledge. I also like to help students develop their math confidence which can lead to increased...

...North Park University, I have experience working with elementary students through a tutoring program in high school, where I learned to create engaging and simplified lesson plans tailored to individual learning needs. I believe that fostering a supportive and hands-on learning environment is key to student success, and I thrive on witnessing my students grow...

...digital divide. In an increasingly technological world, feeling lost or intimidated by computers can be a significant barrier. I enjoy making these foundational concepts accessible, patiently guiding students through software, troubleshooting issues, and building a solid understanding of how technology can be a powerful tool. The relief and newfound independence students experience as they gain...

...in many different subjects such as various levels of math, science, history, English, Test-taking strategies, and writing. I strongly believe that each student has his unique way of learning and it is my responsibility as their tutor to figure it out and prepare my lessons to fit their needs. I am generally available to tutor...

...as well as a Master's degree in Curriculum instruction in ESL. In addition; I decided to get a K-12 Bilingual Endorsement but I am currently not working toward any degrees. Therefore; I became a bilingual tutor of Spanish and English because I love everything about the Spanish language especially how it sounds, moreover, English has...